Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

Halloween is on October 31st. Christmas is on Dec. 25th. When is Easter?? It's so confusing!!! We talk about that and our kids' entrance ceremonies for their daycare in Japan. Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teac...

Is it true that if you become rich, you have to deal with more and more problems? We discuss this, and talk about a TV show that Abe is obsessed with recently. #sharktank Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/IeRWeAcUUCI Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQP...

If you want to visit a country that has a rich history and interesting fairytales, DON'T come to Canada or Australia. Our fairytales are terrible! In this episode we laugh at how dumb our country's fairytales are. (WARNING: they are really dumb) Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.sp...

Hello friends!  Ben is burning with jealousy and green with envy because Abe got an awesome new gadget!  Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/Ra4lQYhBoiw Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teacher Talk IG: htt...

Hello Friends!  This week we talk about "eating yourself sick", Ben tells us how to have a great time when you renew your driver's license, and we answer a listener question about having a big nose.  Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/DJAcpwTGmbc Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https:...

A "double entendre" is when you say something that means one thing, but could also mean something dirty.  In this episode we realized that  it is difficult to talk about gardening without sounding dirty in Australia!  The words that have double meanings are "hoe"(ho) and "root" or "pull a root".  Be careful if you talk to an Australian about gardening!  Lol Teacher Talk Yo...

Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7gUq?si=cjfFnAz0RL-1s7_8PVOKCg Teacher Talk IG: https://www.instagram.com/fbeteachertalk/ GoGoエイブ会話 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZSnkwixv3YMHVAsFheMSHg?sub_confirmation=1 Abe's YouTube Channel...

Ben just got back from Australia, but he needs another holiday!  Abe investigates a strange noise that Ben made when they spoke over the phone.  Abe thanks Ben for his advice about baby strollers, and Ben talks about his experience with a total "POS" stroller he used to have.  Abe doesn't like Ben's idea to get a projector and make a "home cinema".  To wrap up the episode, Abe...

We play some special birthday music for Ben, then we talk about how everyone wants their own toilet! Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/Ic2f4r9SMwE Please take a moment to write a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie...

To "up your game" means to get better at something.  Hello Friends!  This is second episode we recorded on Ben's first day back.  He talks about going from the peak of summer in Australia to the peak of winter in Japan.  Then Abe talks about some recent home improvements.  Then we answer a listener question about home remedies.  Video for this episode: https://youtu.b...

Hello Friends!  Ben is back from Australia!  He tells us about his trip, and what it's like to fly long distance with a baby ("the worst 9 hours of his life").  We also discuss a report from a listener about Sydney vs Melbourne, and answer a listener question about Harry Potter.  Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/mme1M1SzwPQ  Please take a moment to write a 5 star r...

Hello friends, in today's episode I'm in a jam!  I tried calling Ben, but he didn't answer, but luckily I have some other friends that helped me out of this jam.  Maybe Jesus Christ is trying to tell me something...?   Check out ELSA Speak!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  https://bit.ly/ELSAxfb...

Hello friends, in today's episode we catch up with Ben in Australia! Check out ELSA Speak!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:  https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Christian's Instagram: https://instagram.com/innkeypr?igshid=YmMyMTA2M...

Christian created an "English Zone" for his kids in his home when he lived in Japan.  This is something that sounds like a great idea, but is really hard to do.  Today we talk about some advantages and disadvantages that his family experienced. Check out ELSA Speak!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  h...

Christian joins us again to talk about teaching pronunciation, and he shares some of his experiences working on movies.  This episode also features a new song by Space Dragon!   Check out ELSA Speak!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:...

Today Abe is joined by an old friend...  The guy he ALMOST peed on many years ago. Check out ELSA Speak!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:  https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Christian's Instagram: https://instagram.com/innkey...

Hello Friends!  Today Ben tells us about how he is getting "cock-blocked" by his "vampire" son, and we get an exciting update about a potentially evil man's journey to find love and happiness. Big thank you to our first sponsor ELSA Speak!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertal...

Hello Friends!  Today we talk all about studying and teaching pronunciation!  Use these links to start improving your pronunciation with ELSA Speak Pro! 7 Day Free ELSA Pro Download Link:  https://bit.ly/ELSAxfbeteachertalk 80% off ELSA Pro Membership Link:  https://elsaspeak.com/inf/fbeteachertalk/ Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ...

Hello Friends!  In today's episode Ben signs an important contract, and we answer a question from an international listener that wants to have a second wife...  We think that is going to be a "hard sell" to his first wife, but we do our best to give him advice.  Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/CtLUonWyttM Online lessons with Abe: https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1 Teacher T...

Hello Friends!  In today's episode we celebrate Ben achieving a goal with a new song, Abe gives Ben a satisfying gift, and we answer some very strange questions.  (See Ben dancing) Video for this episode: https://youtu.be/gtMUtShhrQ0 Online lessons with Abe: https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1 Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confi...

Hello Friends!  In today's episode we talk about Ben's backyard project, and how he is getting rid of unwanted dirt, and Abe has some sad news.  :( Online lessons with Abe: https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1 Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?sub_confirmation=1 SPACE DRAGON on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CXutI2VqdkQPk56ie7...

Hello friends!  In this episode we talk about sleeping on newspapers, an inspirational fat man on a bicycle, garbage collection, and we answer a question about the way we laugh.  Video on YouTube for this episode: https://youtu.be/4ciF-5nqlIk Online lessons with Abe: https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1 Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54TQ8--fd1g?...

Hello friends!  In this episode we talk about Ben's "demon bubbles", Abe's new gym, Ben pinching a nerve in his back, and we answer an interesting question: "If you could choose three shops or facilities to be right in front of your house, what would they be?".  We also talk about the worst condiment in the world (Vegemite).  Video on YouTube for this episode: https://youtu.be/uiP85...

Hello friends!  In this episode we talk about losing your mind when a baby won't stop crying, and Abe tells Ben about a strange lullaby that he's been singing to his daughter.  We also look at some YouTube comments and answer some follow-up listener questions. Online lessons with Abe: https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1 Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmM...

Hello friends!  Today we have trouble opening a bottle of sparkling wine (again).  Then we answer questions from listeners about how to say goodbye on the phone, the phrasal verb "put out", and how to get involved with English...  FOR REAL. Online lessons with Abe: https://www.55freebird.com/blank-1   Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd6WmMG4ixKi54...